Status:
valid
Authors:
M.H.Alford
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 296 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000915329
Common Names
- Abatia angeliana
- Angeliana Abatia
- Abatia Angeliana
Description
Abatia angeliana (also called Angel's Abatia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It is found in humid montane forests and in rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Abatia angeliana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abatia angeliana has white flowers with yellow centers and small, round seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a reddish tinge.
Cultivation and Propagation
Abatia angeliana is a tropical shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by cuttings, layering or seed.
Where to Find Abatia angeliana
Abatia angeliana can be found in the tropical forests of Sulawesi, Indonesia.
Species in the Abatia genus
Abatia angeliana,
Abatia americana,
Abatia canescens,
Abatia glabra,
Abatia mexicana,
Abatia microphylla,
Abatia parviflora,
Abatia rugosa,
Abatia spicata,
Abatia stellata,
Species in the Salicaceae family
Abatia angeliana,
Abatia americana,
Abatia canescens,
Abatia glabra,
Abatia mexicana,
Abatia microphylla,
Abatia parviflora,
Abatia rugosa,
Abatia spicata,
Abatia stellata,
Azara alpina,
Azara celastrina,
Azara dentata,
Azara integrifolia,
Azara intermedia,
Azara lanceolata,
Azara microphylla,
Azara petiolaris,
Azara salicifolia,
Azara serrata,
Azara uruguayensis,
Banara acunae,
Banara arguta,
Banara axilliflora,
Banara boliviana,
Banara brasiliensis,
Banara brittonii,
Banara caymanensis,
Banara cordifolia,
Banara domingensis,
Banara excisa,
Banara glauca,
Banara guianensis,
Banara ibaguensis,
Banara larensis,
Banara leptophylla,
Banara minutiflora,
Banara nitida,
Banara orinocensis,
Banara parviflora,
Banara portoricensis,
Banara quinquenervis,
Banara regia,
Banara riparia,
Banara riscoi,
Banara saxicola,
Banara selleana,
Banara serrata,
Banara splendens,
Banara tomentosa,